Finance Lead for Construction: Project Financials & Growth

Buhay Platforms; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO

Tax-free allowances (rice, transport)

13th-month pay

Paid time off

Job summary

Buhay Platforms partners with a fast-growing Philippine construction firm to build a robust finance operation in the heart of Metro Manila. The role focuses on project costing, cash flow, and compliance while shaping reporting workflows for leadership.

You will lead a lean accounting team, connect site operations with head office, and drive profitability insights as projects scale in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including 2–3 years in Philippine construction or real estate.
• Resourceful, proactive problem-solver in a lean environment.
• Deep knowledge of construction accounting, Philippine financial reporting standards, and Philippine tax law.
• Strong business acumen with emphasis on project economics and cash flow cycles.
• Collaborative professionalism with cross-team partnership.

Responsibilities

• Project Accounting: manage WIP reporting, %-of-completion accounting, and strict job costing.
• Budgeting & Cash Flow: run the annual budget and rolling cash flow forecasts.
• Bank Account Management: track inflows/outflows with AP/AR team.
• Compliance Foundation: strengthen BIR compliance and align payroll with DOLE standards and SSS/PhilHealth/Pag-IBIG.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Payables: streamline AP/AR and subcontractor billings.
• Build the Reporting Function: stand up month-end and quarterly reporting from scratch.
• Lead the Finance Team: manage and develop a lean local accounting team.
• Accountability & Reliability: own department output and fix root causes.
• Transparent Communication: bridge site ops and head office with accurate financial health.
• Mentorship & Standards: lead by example and set expectations for accuracy.
• Steady, Proactive Execution: maintain calm, commercial approach to keep projects moving.

Skills

Project accounting

Budgeting

Cash flow

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

SAP

Job description

Buhay Platforms partners with a fast-growing Philippine construction firm to build a robust finance operation in the heart of Metro Manila. The role focuses on project costing, cash flow, and compliance while shaping reporting workflows for leadership.

You will lead a lean accounting team, connect site operations with head office, and drive profitability insights as projects scale in a dynamic market.